KPI Solutions Accelerates Beverage Industry Innovation with Cost-Justified Warehousing Technology

KPI Solutions’ customized systems can handle the diverse needs of beverage distributors, ranging from three million to over twenty-five million cases per year.

[BELTON, MO, February 20, 2025] KPI Solutions (KPI), a leading provider of supply chain consulting, software, systems integration, and automation solutions, is revolutionizing beverage distribution with the concurrent installation of automated warehousing systems for seven beer wholesalers and independent soft drink distributors across North America.

Forward-thinking beverage distribution companies are implementing KPI’s operational designs and automated technologies powered by KPI’s Opto™ Warehouse Execution Software for fast systems integration and robotic control. Return on investment results from increased warehouse capacity, accelerated order fulfillment, and reduced labor dependency.

“Our solutions bring game-changing automation within reach for beverage distributors of all sizes,” said Matt Ellis, Vice President of Beverage Sales at KPI Solutions. “Historically, automation made financial sense only for distributors handling over ten million cases annually. Now, with these scalable technologies, mid-sized and smaller beverage companies can justify automation and reap the benefits of greater efficiency and cost savings.”

KPI Solutions’ expert engineering, design, and installation teams leverage proven automation technology in new, customized applications tailored for beverage distribution. Each automated system integrates a blend of robotics and traditional materials handling, including:

• Robotic arms for palletizing and de-palletizing
• Horizontal case dispensers for seamless picking and sorting
• Conveyor systems designed for high-volume throughput

With a team of 400+ industry experts, KPI Solutions is dedicated to delivering bespoke, data-driven warehouse solutions powered by intelligent software—optimizing efficiency, reliability, increasing flexibility, and ensuring long-term operational resilience.